Health

As they say, necessity is the mother of invention. For James Ashwell, the founder of Unforgettable, it was the death of his father, and dementia diagnosis of his mother, that led him to create his unique website. On Unforgettable,  you will find virtually any type of assistance you can imagine…

For many of us, walking is an easy, inexpensive and social way to exercise and stay healthy. And there’s certainly scientific evidence to support the health benefits of walking. When the weather’s less than ideal, some of us turn to indoor walking venues, such as shopping malls. In fact, the CDC…

You may be aware that last fall, The American College of Cardiology changed the guidelines for measuring high blood pressure. As a result, many more people now fall into the category of needing to monitor their blood pressure. Regular monitoring and sensible lifestyle choices can definitely help you keep your blood…

No doubt it’s a controversial topic. But for anyone who has experienced a loved one suffering at the end of life, the question of whether to purposely bring that life to an end has likely risen. Under the aegis of the term “aid-in-dying,” patients, physicians, legislators, and advocates have all…

One minute you’re fanning yourself and the next minute you’re grabbing your sweater- sound familiar? It’s not just women going through menopause who experience extra sensitivity to temperature changes. As you age, there are multiple reasons you may experience temperature fluctuations, including blood flow problems, thinning of the fat under…

Most of us probably know the feeling of both sweat and pleasure that comes from a good physical work out. But what you may not realize is that physical exertion is also making your brain happy- and healthier. New York University neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki has devoted her life’s work to…